Find out how popular the last name Cajucom is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Cajucom.

Cajucom, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Cajucom surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cajucom in America

Cajucom is the 108734th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cajucom surname appeared 163 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Cajucom.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cajucom to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Cajucom

The surname Cajucom is believed to have originated in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period, which lasted from the 16th to the 19th century. It is likely derived from the Tagalog words "caju" meaning cashew and "com" meaning with, suggesting a connection to the cashew nut trade or cultivation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cajucom can be found in the baptismal records of the Archdiocese of Manila, dating back to the late 18th century. It is mentioned in the records of San Juan del Monte Parish, where several individuals with the surname were baptized.

During the Spanish colonial era, the Philippines saw an influx of Spanish settlers and missionaries, which led to the adoption of Spanish surnames by many Filipino families. The Cajucom surname may have been given to a family involved in the cashew nut trade or production, as a way to identify their occupation or connection to this industry.

Notable individuals with the surname Cajucom include Francisco Cajucom, a prominent landowner and businessman in the late 19th century who owned vast coconut plantations in the province of Laguna. Another notable figure is Paulino Cajucom, a lawyer and political activist who played a role in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule in the 1890s.

In the early 20th century, Manuel Cajucom, a renowned educator and writer, authored several books on Philippine history and culture. His works shed light on the rich traditions and heritage of the Filipino people during a time of significant social and political change.

During the American colonial period in the Philippines, which lasted from 1898 to 1946, the Cajucom surname continued to be prominent. One significant figure was Maria Cajucom, a pioneering female lawyer who fought for women's rights and gender equality in the legal profession.

Another notable individual was Alejandro Cajucom, a renowned artist and sculptor who gained recognition for his intricate wood carvings and sculptures depicting Filipino culture and traditions. His works were exhibited both locally and internationally, and he is regarded as one of the most influential artists of his time.

While the Cajucom surname may have originated from humble beginnings, it has left an indelible mark on various aspects of Philippine society, from business and law to education and the arts. The name is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and resilience of the Filipino people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cajucom

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Cajucom.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Cajucom was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Cajucom has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Cajucom was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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